John Clark

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police , investigating a shooting on School Street, say officers were able to arrest the suspect during a traffic stop the following night.

Many government offices and services across Illinois will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, a federal and state holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

Illinois lawmakers have approved new legislation aimed at updating the state’s distracted driving laws to keep pace with emerging technology, including artificial intelligence-powered smart glasses…

Governor JB Pritzker signed Illinois’ FY27 state budget, a $55.9 billion plan that maintains a balanced budget while investing in public services, affordability measures, and housing, educati…

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Demolition on the former Sweet Basil Cafe/TGI Fridays building on the CherryVale Mall outlot took place on Tuesday to make way for a new car wash. Sweet Basil Cafe last occu…

Winnebago County authorities said Tuesday that the Roscoe Road bridge will be shut to traffic beginning the week of July 6, and is scheduled to reopen at the end of November.

The 40th season of Summer in the Park is in full swing, kicking off with popular performances by Shelley King and Guy Forsyth earlier this month, and featuring the much-anticipated

Sam’s Ristorante & Pizzeria and Cimino’s Little Italy in Rockford will be featured in the America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow, highlighting their positive impact on the commu…

Blair was a member of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League in the late 40s and played for the Peoria Redwings.

The Hays County Commissioners Court issued a proclamation last week declaring June 2026 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Plus (LGBTQIA+) Pride Month.